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Indonesia & Malaysia start strong | FIFA ASEAN Cup Matchday 1
Host Ryan Walters reports from the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium after Malaysia’s 3-0 win over Bangladesh and Indonesia’s 2-0 victory over Singapore, bringing you reaction straight from the post-match press conferences.
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Indonesia & Malaysia start strong | FIFA ASEAN Cup Matchday 1
Host Ryan Walters reports from the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium after Malaysia’s 3-0 win over Bangladesh and Indonesia’s 2-0 victory over Singapore, bringing you reaction straight from the post-match press conferences.
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
The FIFA ASEAN Cup is underway in Jakarta, with Indonesia and Malaysia both making winning starts to Group A.
Host Ryan Walters reports from the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium after Malaysia’s 3-0 win over Bangladesh and Indonesia’s 2-0 victory over Singapore, bringing you reaction straight from the post-match press conferences.
Hear from Thomas Dooley, Tan Cheng Hoe, Bergson, Gavin Lee, John Herdman and Ole Romeny, including Bergson on an emotional Malaysia debut and Gavin Lee on where Singapore fell short against the hosts.
Coach John Herdman also delivers a clear message about his squad and the discussion around local and diaspora players: “There is no local. There is no diaspora. We are Indonesian.” He calls for a change in mindset around players representing the national team and stresses their commitment to the shirt.
